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Politics

INEC Proposes Digital Shift, Phase Out of PVCs

Yakubu says 142 recommendations from the 2023 review cover early and diaspora voting, an offences tribunal and cheaper accreditation slips.

Politics

Oborevwori Fires Back at Omo-Agege, Slams Tinubu’s Economic Policies

The governor said inflation, a devalued naira and factory closures have wiped out the value of rising federal allocations to states.

Community

Cargo Plane Skids Off Runway at Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport

All six crew members escaped unhurt after a suspected landing gear failure, and operations resumed once the runway was inspected.

Politics

Chief Lori-Ogbebor Accuses FCT Minister Wike of Land Grabbing

The Niger Delta leader says her late husband's Abuja land was seized after a November quit notice and wants Tinubu to investigate.

Politics

Tinubu Receives German President Steinmeier in Abuja

The German leader arrived with executives from IT, high-tech and energy firms, and will later visit Lagos for business and cultural meetings.

Politics

Navy Hands Over Seized Barge and Trucks to EFCC in Warri

The barge Oghenekome and two trucks were intercepted at NIWA jetty on November 7 under Operation Delta Sanity.

Politics

Flooding: Delta Govt Begins Drainage Project in Osubi, Others

The 20-kilometre scheme of underground and open drains, inspected by works commissioner Charles Aniagwu, has a first phase due in 2025.

Community

Another Okuama Community Leader Dies in Military Custody

Community

Nigerian Army Rescues Kidnap Victims in Delta State

Troops from 63 Brigade acted on intelligence to storm the Ugbolu Forest hideout, freeing four captives held for days.

Community

Ifiekporo Elders’ Council React To Egbokodo Community Land Claims

The elders cited a 1958 court ruling affirming their ownership of Ugbomeji and Ugogoegin, and urged Egbokodo to avoid conflict.

Politics

Isoko South LG Chairman Removes Monarch Over Alleged Misconduct

Friday Ovoke Warri barred the Olomoro monarch from traditional rulers meetings, citing confusion and high-handed leadership amid a community power struggle.

Politics

Court Rejects Yahaya Bello’s Bail Application

Justice Anenih ruled the request incompetent because it was filed before his arraignment, while co-defendant Umar Oricha secured N300 million bail.

Politics

Delta State Tops Federal Allocation with N128.3BN

BudgIT's breakdown of the N1.48 trillion shared among states shows Rivers, Lagos, Akwa Ibom and Bayelsa trailing Delta.

Sports

Team Itsekiri Wins Delta State Ethnic Peace and Unity Cup

The 3-1 final win at Orerokpe earned Ugbomarun FC ₦2 million, while Team Isoko was banned for a no-show.

International

Nigeria Joins the World in Marking Int’l Human Rights Day

The rights commission opened a week-long legislative forum in Abuja as activists pressed for gender equality and free expression.

Politics

Edo Election Petition Tribunal Holds Pre-hearing Today

Justice Wilfred Kpochi opened sittings in Benin City on seven petitions challenging Monday Okpebholo's declaration as election winner.

Community

Policeman Kills 17-Year-Old in Delta State

Officers confronted Emeka Odogwu over fireworks in Ozoro on Saturday night and shot him as he fled.

Politics

Group Urges UN to Probe Death of Okuama Leader in Military Detention

The advocacy group alleges foul play, condemns the military and demands the release of other detained Okuama and Ewu leaders.